Time Healeys AllIf Ger Lane had a euro for every time someone’s called his Austin Healey Sprite an MG Midget, he’d probably have enough money to buy himself a second one. However, having owned this beauty since 1985, and restoring it twice in that time, this one could never be replaced in his affections. |
Hit for SixSam Kennedy was brought up on a farm in Aghadowey, near Coleraine, and, like many young lads in the 1950s, he learned to drive a tractor in those halcyon days when power farming was the emerging alternative to the farm horse. These were exciting times for a boy keen to learn the skills that went along with the new technology, in his case, a David Brown Cropmaster. |
Complex StateBrilliant, baffling and bold, the Maserati-powered Citroen SM of 1970 looked like it came from 2070, but only lasted in production for five years due to a host of obstacles. Today though, it’s lost none of its impact. |
The Green GenerationThis year, John Deere celebrate 100 years in the tractor business, and in their first fifty years championed solely two-cylinder engines. The company finally broke with their two-cylinder tradition in 1960 with the ‘New Generation of Power’ 10-Series, to create a massively-successful family line that would span subsequent decades, and this restored trio show us the attraction. |
Low FlyerAs rolling proof that there’s nothing new under the sun, this Ner-A-Car boasts hub-centric steering and a continuously variable transmission– not bad for 1921! What’s more, this example is a true family heirloom, as itwas bought by Austin Ryan’s father, Seamus more than 45 years ago. |
A Tank Full of MemoriesWhen military vehicles reach the end of their service and are auctioned off , many are never seen or heard of again. However, this 1937 Bedford WLG has survived the last eighty years and today is a beautiful promotional vehicle for a well-known fuel brand. |
SHOW REPORTS….COUNTRYWIDE
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Shane’s Castle May Day Steam Rally
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RIAC Pioneer Run
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Limerick Classic Car Show
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The 7th Malahide Classic & Vintage Car Show
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Principal Insurance VJMC Classic Motorcycle Show
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Techno Classica Essen
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